Responsible Landscaping
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Rain Garden Installation – Timonium, MD
Green Thumb Yard Care works with Patricia Ceglia to install a rain garden in Timonium, MD Late October, Green Thumb Yard Care installed a rain garden in Timonium, MD. This project was very fun and rewarding for multiple reasons. First, the final product functions and...
Winter Checklist
Don't forget these important chores before Winter! Shut off your water Don't forget to turn off the water to your outdoor hoses. Turn off the water inside, open the faucet on the exterior hose bib, and remove any type of hose attachment. These steps will help your...
My favorite landscaping books
This post is a little different than most. This is an ongoing list of my favorite books about landscaping. I have many books on the topic. Most of them were gifted, some of them were purchased. But, I always find myself returning to the same few selections. Landscape...
Micro Clover Will Help Your Lawn
Micro clover is an organic way to increase biodiversity, reduce fertilizer inputs, and achieve a greener lawn.facebookpinterestyoutubeinstagramWhat is micro clover? Like normal clover, micro clover has 3 rounded leaves and is a member of the legume family. This ground...
Planting Native: A Summary
Buying local has become a trend. The farm to table movement, small business day, craft beer, and even handmade custom furniture are some examples of the “buy local” movement in Maryland. Beyond buying local we should also plant local. There are many benefits to using...
Buying the Best Grass Seed to Grow in Maryland Lawns
Picking the right grass seed is crucial! It may seem like an easy task, and it is if you have some turfgrass knowledge. First, you need to know what type of seed you should buy. Then, you have to decide where to buy it. Last, make sure that you are buying the right...
Why I am only going to sell native plants on my website
This year I want to sell plants online with free delivery. Last week, I spent a lot of time whittling down the candidates for our inventory. In the process, I have decided to make a very important rule. I am ONLY going to sell native cultivars on my website. Lately, I...
5 Ways to Control Mosquitos
By mid-summer mosquitos are out in full fury. Wet Mid-Atlantic springs provide the ideal breeding ground where the mosquito population is seeded. No one has ever enjoyed a cookout that is overrun with the blood sucking insects. On the other hand, a lot of people,...
How to Attract and Grow the Monarch Butterfly Population
Seeing the monarch butterflies migrate to Mexico and Southern California is a treat that we get to enjoy each year. These pollinators can't withstand the cold winters in our Mid Atlantic region, but they come here to lay their eggs each year. If you enjoy the...
What does Integrate Pest Management Mean for Green Thumb?
“Integrated pest management” (IPM) is probably a new term for most homeowners. It’s a relatively new term to landscapers and the lawn care industry, too. Heavy research on the topic began around the 1970’s. If you are interested in the history of pest control Penn...